As the pre exhibition jitters hijack my nervous system, negative thoughts fill my head. Once again fear makes a last ditch effort to sabotage the work. This is a repeated pattern every time I’ve embarked on a creative project intended for the public arena. Whether it was a book or a new series of paintings,… Continue reading On the Verge
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Why ART?
The narrow margin of the artist life in this consummerist feed society is not for the faint hearted. It is not the conventional road. It is the path of most resistance! It is why despite many people’s creative inclinations, they sideline it as a “hobby”. How many people wait until their “sensible” careers or family… Continue reading Why ART?
Creative Waves…
I’ve had a long history with the creative arts, as it’s ebbed and flowed throughout the years. There have been prolific periods of high energy, creative production and long periods where the most creative expression was how I decorated my children’s birthday cakes. Consistency has been my issue. There are so many reasons I used… Continue reading Creative Waves…
Thank you Miss Piggy
It’s funny how you can trace back your entire creative journey to one special moment. Let’s set the scene. I’m about six, it’s the early 80’s and I’m still young enough to be free and confident (hadn’t been at school too long). The Muppet show was a huge hit in our house and each week… Continue reading Thank you Miss Piggy
Echoes of My Childhood
I grew up on a farm on the outskirts of a small country town in the late 70’s and early 80’s. Our house, built around 1900 was in stark contrast to the bold interior decoration. The orange and green patterned wallpaper and black vinyl couches with bright floral cushions still burn in my retina. The… Continue reading Echoes of My Childhood
Susie Sotiropoulos 